Palimony
(noun)
Money or support that a cohabiting partner may be entitled to upon the dissolution of a relationship.
Origin:
blend of the words "pal" and "alimony".
Examples:
- The court ordered the man to pay palimony to his former partner.
- She was awarded palimony as she had supported him throughout the relationship.
- The palimony was determined based on the length of their cohabitation.
- Palimony laws vary from state to state in the United States.
- The concept of palimony is not recognized in all jurisdictions.